Elle Sofe Company is proud to announce a new three-year talent program in collaboration with Talent Norway and SpareBank 1 Nord-Norge. The program will run from 2026–2028 and represents a historic investment in arts and culture in Sápmi.
From January 2026, we will welcome a full-time trainee to our company. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with one of Sápmi’s most active and internationally recognized artistic companies. The trainee will be involved in both artistic productions and administrative work.
“We are excited to work with young talents over the next three years, and proud that Talent Norway sees the quality in our artistic work and wants to invest in us.” Elle Sofe Sara, Artistic Director
Our first trainee, Emma Elliane Oskal Valkeapää, joins us in January. She is a young singer/songwriter from Guovdageaidnu and will be developing her skills as a yoiker and actor, as well as developing her competence in production and strategic work.
A second trainee position will be announced in March for start in autumn 2026.
The program aims to strengthen local cultural competence and create long-term opportunities for Sámi artists, producers and cultural workers.
“This gives us a unique chance to build competence and plan sustainably as a freelance company.” Maiken Garder, Managing Director